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eBay has agreed to pay $55.7 million to a Massachusetts couple who were harassed and stalked online by former eBay employees. The company and some executives faced criminal charges for sending threatening items and false information to the couple’s home.
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Ina and David Steiner, who run an e-commerce newsletter, were targeted by a cyberstalking campaign starting in 2019.
The harassment included sending threatening deliveries like a bloody pig mask, live spiders, and pornographic magazines.
Their home was falsely listed on Craigslist for swinger activities.
Seven former eBay employees and executives were charged by the Department of Justice, with some going to prison.
Former CEO Devin Wenig and other executives made threatening messages about the couple.
The Steiners will receive $48.7 million from the settlement; eBay will donate $6 million to charities.
Wenig will personally pay $2 million and donate $1 million to a charity supporting free speech rights.
eBay paid a $3 million criminal penalty earlier and formally apologized for the actions of its former employees.
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The article discusses whether President Donald Trump can use a rarely active court, called a "zombie court," to deport people suspected of terrorism. If this court is used successfully, it might become a strong way to remove suspected terrorists from the country.
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The "zombie court" refers to a court that is rarely active or used.
President Donald Trump is exploring ways to use this court for deporting suspected terrorists.
Using this court could speed up the process of removing suspected terrorists.
The court deals with cases involving foreigners ("aliens") in the U.S.
This method may give the government more power to handle terrorism concerns.
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U.S. diplomats left a United Nations Security Council meeting while French diplomats were speaking. This happened because of tensions between the U.S. and France over criticism of the U.S.’s human rights record.
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The U.S. walked out during a UN Security Council meeting on Monday.
French diplomats were speaking when the U.S. diplomats left.
The two countries have tensions about the U.S.’s human rights record.
On the previous Saturday, France criticized the U.S. at the UN in Geneva.
France was upset about the U.S. voting against the reappointment of the UN high commissioner for human rights, Volker Türk.
The U.S. vote against Volker Türk caused diplomatic friction between France and the U.S.
The incident highlights ongoing disagreements between the U.S. and France at international human rights forums.
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A heatwave in southwestern France is making it harder for firefighters to control a large forest fire in the Gironde area. Although calmer weather recently helped slow the fire, new heat warnings and evacuation orders are raising concerns that the fire could spread again.
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A large wildfire is burning in Gironde, a region in southwestern France.
Firefighters had some success stabilizing the fire due to calmer weather over the past two days.
The region is now under a yellow heat warning, indicating high temperatures.
New evacuation orders took effect on July 28, 2026, for some areas.
The heatwave increases the risk of the fire growing out of control again.
French authorities are actively monitoring the situation and managing evacuations.
The wildfire is part of a broader pattern of intense fires linked to rising temperatures.
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Americans’ confidence in the U.S. economy dropped in July as gas prices increased due to the worsening conflict between the U.S. and Iran. The rise in gas prices contributed to inflation, which lowered people's real incomes and made them more concerned about food and grocery costs.
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The consumer confidence index fell from 92.2 in June to 90.8 in July.
Perceptions of current business and job market conditions declined for the third month in a row.
Views about the near future stayed about the same with a reading of 74.7.
Gas prices had fallen earlier in June but started rising again in July, reaching about $4.10 per gallon.
The conflict between the U.S. and Iran increased, including Iran shutting down the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil route.
The higher gas prices contributed to inflation, lowering Americans’ income after adjusting for price changes.
Survey responses showed fewer mentions of war but more concern about food and grocery prices.
President Donald Trump met with advisers to discuss options regarding the Iran conflict.
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South Carolina Republicans have until midday Tuesday to file for a special primary election to fill the Senate seat left by the late Senator Lindsey Graham. So far, ten Republican candidates have filed for the August 11 primary.
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The special primary is to fill the Senate seat of Senator Lindsey Graham, who recently passed away.
Republican candidates had from July 21 until 12 p.m. EDT Tuesday to file.
Ten Republicans filed by Monday.
The special primary election is scheduled for August 11.
The filing deadline is midday Tuesday.
Early voting for the primary is underway.
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The man who attacked Berlin's Pride event was known to police and was listed as a strong supporter of ISIS. Experts say German authorities had been monitoring him because of his extremist views and past crimes. There is also ongoing concern about hate crimes targeting LGBTQ+ people in Germany.
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The attacker at Berlin Pride was a known suspect to German police.
He was described as a "hardcore ISIS sympathizer" by an extremism expert.
German authorities had the attacker on a government watchlist for extremism.
The attack happened during a Pride event, which celebrates LGBTQ+ rights.
There are data showing hate crimes against LGBTQ+ people in Germany.
Experts monitor extremist individuals to prevent attacks and violence.
The attacker had committed other crimes before this incident.
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Senator John Fetterman from Pennsylvania responded to a comment made by Michigan senatorial candidate Abdul El-Sayed. El-Sayed joked about supporting a primary challenge against Fetterman using a phrase about putting “one ogre on a pike,” and Fetterman replied by calling him “Pontiac Platner.”
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Senator John Fetterman represents Pennsylvania.
Abdul El-Sayed is a progressive candidate running for the U.S. Senate in Michigan.
El-Sayed made a joking comment about backing a primary challenge against Fetterman.
The phrase “put one ogre on a pike” was used by El-Sayed to describe his message to the Democratic Party.
Fetterman called El-Sayed “Pontiac Platner” in response to this comment.
The exchange happened in the context of internal Democratic Party politics.
The article did not specify the full meaning or origin of “Pontiac Platner.”
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Ruby Chen, the father of Itay Chen, an Israeli-American soldier who died in attacks by Hamas on October 7, 2023, shared his memories of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham. The story reflects on their interactions and experiences following the tragic event.
Key Facts
Itay Chen was an Israeli-American soldier serving in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).
He was killed during attacks by Hamas on October 7, 2023.
Ruby Chen, his father, shared personal memories about Senator Lindsey Graham.
The article highlights the connection between the family and the U.S. senator.
This story appeared in a CBS News report.
The focus is on the aftermath of the October 7 attacks and personal reflections.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Donald Trump will meet for the first time since they started a joint conflict involving Iran. They will discuss their relationship, a deal involving Lebanon and Hezbollah, and efforts to expand a peace agreement called the Abraham Accords.
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Netanyahu and President Trump have not met since beginning a joint war against Iran.
The meeting aims to address tensions between the two leaders.
Netanyahu is facing pressure at home due to an upcoming election and his strained relationship with Trump.
President Trump is under pressure to end the war because it has hurt the economy and raised prices in the U.S.
They will talk about the agreement the U.S. and Israel made with Lebanon about the Israel-Hezbollah conflict.
The leaders plan to discuss expanding the Abraham Accords, a peace agreement between Israel and other countries.
A White House official provided information about the meeting but requested anonymity.
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Americans are feeling less confident about the U.S. economy in July as gas prices have gone up again due to increased conflict between the U.S. and Iran. The rise in gas prices is partly caused by tensions in the Middle East affecting oil delivery routes, which also contributes to higher inflation and lowers people’s real income.
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The consumer confidence index dropped from 92.2 in June to 90.8 in July.
Views on current business and job market conditions fell for the third month in a row.
People’s expectations for the near future stayed the same compared to June.
Gas prices fell in June but have risen again, reaching about $4.10 per gallon in July.
Conflict between the U.S. and Iran increased after attacks and Iran’s temporary shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil passage.
The rise in gas prices has boosted inflation, reducing Americans’ buying power after adjusting for price increases.
Survey comments about gas prices slightly decreased but are still high; concerns about food and grocery prices have grown.
Mentions of war and geopolitics dropped in this survey but could rise again if conflict escalates further.
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MyGenderDolls are toys designed to support gender-diverse children by allowing them to explore gender identity through play. Created by University of Minnesota researchers, the dolls have sparked criticism from some House Republicans amid a wider national debate on transgender rights under President Donald Trump’s administration.
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MyGenderDolls are designed for children aged 4 to 10 who are gender diverse.
The dolls have removable genitalia to help children express their gender identity.
The project was created by G. Nic Rider and Dianne R. Berg, both associate professors at the University of Minnesota.
The University of Minnesota awarded the project an Early Innovation Fund grant in 2023.
The dolls aim to provide a new kind of therapeutic tool for children and their caregivers.
The program has received backlash, including strong criticism from House Republicans.
President Donald Trump returned to office in January 2025 and has issued policies limiting transgender rights and gender-affirming care.
The dolls are not currently being used in public schools.
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Senator Lindsey Graham's casket was carried into the U.S. Capitol by members of the armed forces as people gathered to honor him. The event allowed attendees to pay their respects to the late senator.
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Lindsey Graham, a U.S. senator, has passed away.
His casket was brought into the U.S. Capitol building.
Members of the armed forces carried his casket during the ceremony.
The public and officials gathered to pay their respects.
News coverage was provided by CBS News.
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A hiker in California found a child's handwritten warning on a trail about how phones distract adults from spending time with their kids. The note inspired him and many others online to think about phone addiction and how it affects family and social life.
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Will Thompson, 36, found a child’s note on the West County Regional Trail warning that phones "hypnotize grown-ups" and stop them from playing with kids.
The child’s note included a drawing of a phone labeled "evil" and said "Phone smash on sight."
Thompson shared the note on Reddit, where it received over 15,000 upvotes and sparked many comments from people relating to the problem.
A 2023 survey shows Americans spend over five hours daily on their phones, with many wanting to cut down but feeling addicted.
The survey also found most people think phone use makes family and friends less present in social settings.
Thompson said the note made him rethink his own phone use and hope society can overcome digital addiction.
Commenters shared their feelings and some decided to use the post as a reminder to use phones less around their children.
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Ohio State Athletics has partnered with JPMorgan Chase, making the bank the official sponsor of all 36 varsity teams. The deal will bring nearly $17 million a year to Ohio State and includes uniform patches, career opportunities, and educational support for students.
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JPMorgan Chase is now the official bank sponsor for Ohio State Athletics.
All Ohio State varsity teams will wear JPMorgan patches on their uniforms.
The partnership is expected to provide about $17 million annually to Ohio State.
JPMorgan has hired over 1,700 Ohio State alumni in the last five years.
The bank offers career support such as presentations, mentorships, scholarships, internships, and job fairs to Ohio State students.
JPMorgan has operated in Ohio for more than 155 years.
The partnership aims to support student-athlete success, financial education, and career development.
Ohio State Athletics views JPMorgan as a natural partner due to shared values and strong local ties.
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Lindsay Clancy, a former nurse, is on trial in Massachusetts for strangling her three young children in 2023. The trial focuses on whether postpartum psychosis influenced her actions and if she is legally responsible for the deaths.
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Lindsay Clancy worked as a labor and delivery nurse at Massachusetts General Hospital.
She strangled her three children, all aged 5 or younger, in 2023.
The trial started with opening statements on a Monday.
Both the defense and prosecution agree Clancy caused the children’s deaths.
The main dispute is whether Clancy’s postpartum psychosis affected her responsibility.
Postpartum psychosis is a rare but severe mental illness that can occur after childbirth.
Clancy and her ex-husband have filed lawsuits against her medical providers for not diagnosing or treating her condition correctly.
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The Department for Transport reported that the busiest commuter train in England and Wales last autumn was a Thameslink service between Bedford and Three Bridges, with overcrowding slightly decreasing overall due to increased capacity. Four South Western services and two Thameslink routes are among the top ten busiest, and work is ongoing to improve space during peak hours.
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The most crowded train was a Thameslink morning service from Bedford to Three Bridges with a load factor of 176%.
Overcrowding on commuter trains in major English and Welsh cities fell slightly compared to autumn 2024.
About 1.1% of peak-time travelers were on overcrowded trains.
More than 1.2 million of 1.9 million daily autumn journeys were in London.
South Western Railway increased capacity by nearly 30% in the last year with new trains.
Thameslink trains include extra standing room and have added services to reduce crowding.
The data comes from passenger counts on weekdays between September and December 2025.
A quarter of passengers traveling in and out of London during peak times had to stand; in other cities, only 5% stood.
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Senator Lindsey Graham’s funeral services are being held in Washington, D.C., including a ceremony at the U.S. Capitol and a funeral at the National Cathedral. Senator Graham, who served over 20 years and was a close adviser to President Donald Trump, died suddenly on July 11 from a heart-related condition.
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Senator Lindsey Graham died unexpectedly on July 11 at age 71.
Cause of death was an aortic dissection linked to heart disease.
His casket lay in state in the Capitol rotunda, with a tribute including remarks from Senate leaders.
A funeral service is scheduled at Washington National Cathedral, with President Donald Trump expected to speak.
World leaders like Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy will attend the funeral.
Graham was a key Republican senator, adviser to President Trump, and member of the Senate Judiciary Committee.
He was a strong ally of Israel and Ukraine and met with Zelenskyy shortly before his death.
Memorial services will also take place in South Carolina, Graham’s home state and district.
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Vice President Kamala Harris has endorsed Troy Jackson in the Democratic race for the U.S. Senate seat in Maine. Jackson recently became the official Democratic candidate after replacing Graham Platner.
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Kamala Harris is currently the Vice President of the United States.
Harris endorsed Troy Jackson, a former state senator from Maine.
Jackson is running for the U.S. Senate as a Democrat in Maine.
Jackson replaced Graham Platner as the Democratic candidate on Saturday.
President Donald Trump is the U.S. President during this election cycle.
Former President Joe Biden ended his bid for a second term, leading Harris to receive the Democratic presidential nomination in August 2024.
Jackson faces a shorter campaign timeline due to the recent changes in candidates.
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If you have missed credit card payments, transferring your balance to a new card with a lower interest rate can still be possible but harder to qualify for. Missing payments lowers your credit score, which makes lenders less likely to approve a balance transfer or may offer less favorable terms.
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Balance transfers allow moving debt from one card to another with a lower or 0% interest rate for a period.
Missing payments on your current card can damage your credit score.
Lenders use credit scores and payment history to decide if you can get a balance transfer card.
Missing one payment might still allow approval if your overall credit and income are strong.
More severe delinquencies (60 or 90 days late) make qualifying much harder.
If you apply before missing payments, you have a better chance of approval.
Balance transfers work best if you can pay off the transferred debt before the low-interest period ends.
If debt problems continue, balance transfers might not solve the issue and other debt relief options may be better.
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